01 Nov 1985
To Live and Die in L.A.
When his longtime partner on the force is killed, reckless U.S. Secret Service agent Richard Chance vows revenge, setting out to nab dangerous counterfeit artist Eric Masters.
Short Time
Getting killed isn't as easy as it looks.
As a result of a misdiagnosis, Detective Burt Simpson is told he has just weeks to live. He gains a new respect for his life and loved ones but learns that in order for his wife, Carolyn, and son, Dougie, to collect any insurance money, he must be killed in the line of duty. He then becomes the most reckless man on the police force, volunteering for dangerous assignments over the objections of his by-the-book partner.
Top Billed Cast
Dabney Coleman Burt Simpson
Matt Frewer Ernie Dills
Teri Garr Carolyn Simpson
Barry Corbin Captain
Joe Pantoliano Scalese
Xander Berkeley Stark
Kaj-Erik Eriksen Dougie Simpson
Sam Malkin Hostage Man
Paul Jarrett Jonas Lutz
Rob Roy Dan Miller
Kim Kondrashoff Michael Lutz
Tony Pantages Vito
Dee Jay Jackson Spivak
Wes Tritter Coffin Salesman
Paul Batten Dr. Goldman
Kevin McNulty Dr. Drexler
Shawn Clements Older Dougie
Betty Phillips Clerk
Jack Ammon Elderly Man
Enid Saunders Elderly Woman
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